GREEN×EXPO 2027

GREEN×EXPO 2027, the International Horticultural Expo in Yokohama, Japan, is scheduled for 19 March to 26 September 2027. Its site is the former Kamiseya Communication Facility in Yokohama's Asahi and Seya wards. The organizer's overview (opens in a new tab) gives the dates and location, and Japan's agriculture ministry (opens in a new tab) confirms them. The six-month exhibition brings horticulture, gardens and ideas about living with nature together on a site of roughly 100 hectares.

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What is GREEN×EXPO 2027?

The expo's theme is “Scenery of the Future for Happiness”. Its plans cover flowers and greenery alongside agriculture, green infrastructure and the ways communities use plants. This is an international horticultural exhibition approved by the International Association of Horticultural Producers and recognised by the Bureau International des Expositions. The BIE's profile (opens in a new tab) explains the theme and recognition.

Japan's agriculture ministry says Yokohama will be the country's first A1-class international horticultural expo since EXPO ’90 in Osaka, 37 years earlier. A1 describes the exhibition classification; it is not a measure of the number of visitors. The organizer's visitor projections include different forms of participation, so they should not be read as a count of people who have already attended.

Gardens and pavilions

The Horticultural Pavilion, IROHA-GARDEN (opens in a new tab), plans to introduce traditional horticultural plants and bonsai handed down since the Edo period. Its exhibits guide (opens in a new tab) also describes seven “Gardens Through Time”, tracing garden styles from the 1970s toward the future. Plant displays can change over the long run, so check the pavilion's current information when selecting a date.

The organizer also lists a themed pavilion and a Japan Pavilion and Garden. Consult their official pages through the expo site (opens in a new tab) for the latest plans. Individual exhibit arrangements may change before opening. Pick the displays that interest you most and leave time to walk between them; a single visit need not cover the whole site.

Dates, hours and choosing a visit

The expo runs from Friday 19 March through Sunday 26 September 2027. The admission FAQ (opens in a new tab) states planned opening hours of 9:30 to 21:30, Japan time, with last admission scheduled for 21:00. Check again before travelling, particularly if you are planning an evening visit.

The long season gives visitors a choice of dates. Your experience of outdoor gardens will depend on the weather and the displays open when you go. Check the current programme rather than assuming that a plant or activity will be available throughout the entire exhibition. Allow breaks, wear comfortable footwear and consider sun or rain protection for time outdoors.

Tickets and reservations

The official ticket page (opens in a new tab) lists one-day tickets, passes and special discount tickets. Advance one-day prices are ¥4,900 for adults, ¥3,000 for youth and ¥1,400 for children, with advance sales ending on 18 March 2027. The organizer applies age rules based on a reference date, including a different reference date for March visits; check the ticket FAQ (opens in a new tab) for the category that applies to your party.

A visit date and entry time must be reserved. The purchase guide (opens in a new tab) explains the account, ticket and booking steps. Tickets are also available from authorized agents. The organizer says some exhibits will use a separate same-day viewing reservation system, with the participating exhibits to be announced. Keep the ticket and visit reservation accessible, and follow the current entry instructions.

Getting to the expo

The venue is in suburban Yokohama, not at the city's waterfront. The organizer's access page (opens in a new tab) lists shuttle buses, direct buses, car parking, cycling and walking. Japan's government magazine (opens in a new tab) describes planned shuttle connections from Seya, Mitsukyo, Tokaichiba and Minami-machida Grandberry Park stations. Confirm the route and timetable for your travel date with the organizer before setting out.

The organizer requires advance parking reservations and says shuttle bus or parking bookings are separate from the admission reservation. Arrange both parts of your journey together and check availability before finalising a fixed itinerary. Accessible parking is listed at the North Car Park; contact the organizer about the route and assistance that suit your needs.

Where to stay and how to plan

Yokohama is a practical base, but a hotel near a station on your chosen route may be more useful than one chosen solely for its distance on a map. Compare Yokohama accommodation (opens in a new tab), cancellation terms and the actual connection to the expo. If staying in Tokyo, check the complete rail and onward transfer in both directions rather than using the journey to central Yokohama as a proxy for the venue.

For families or visitors with accessibility needs, review the organizer's current visitor information before buying. The ticket FAQ explains group entry and age categories. For specific mobility, dietary or assistance requirements, contact the expo directly and check which services will be operating on your chosen date.

Frequently asked questions

When is GREEN×EXPO 2027?

It is scheduled from 19 March to 26 September 2027 in Yokohama, Japan.

Do I need to reserve a date?

Yes. The organizer requires a visit date and time reservation, and shuttle or parking reservations are separate where applicable.

Is the expo in central Yokohama?

The site is the former Kamiseya Communication Facility in the city's Asahi and Seya wards. Check the official access page for the onward journey from your station.